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Joe's Cabin on the Toe River - Waterfront Cabin. Kayaks and Tubes provided!

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Exterior
A sign for Rivers Edge with a mailbox and a road sign indicating a clearwater direction.
Miscellaneous
A cabin with a stone chimney, wooden deck, and surrounded by forest.
A cabin with a wooden deck and a stone staircase leading up to it, surrounded by trees and a sandy area with Adirondack chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Burnsville, NC
  • Place, Young's Mountain Music
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Pisgah National Forest
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Parkway Playhouse
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Joe's Cabin on the Toe River - Waterfront Cabin. Kayaks and Tubes provided!

Log Cabin directly on the banks of the South Toe River (cleanest river in North Carolina). Enjoy kayaking, fishing, tubing, sunbathing, and swimming at your leisure. Kayaks and Tubes provided. The cabin is located on 7 wooded acres in the mountains of Yancey County, North Carolina, home of Mount Mitchell, the highest mountain east of the Mississippi. This is a perfect 'get away from it all' location. Gem mines are located throughout the region, and gemstones can be collected from the property. Come enjoy the great outdoors at this very private cabin.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Child supervision required at all times.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pet fee $30. Follow all Pet House Rules
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please turn off the hot water and the mini-split before departing.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 236179vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Burnsville

Located in Burnsville, this cabin is on the waterfront. Young's Mountain Music and Parkway Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Energy Xchange and Emerald Village. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Burnsville, NC

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Western Sizzlin - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bubba's Good Eats - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Joe's Cabin on the Toe River - Waterfront Cabin. Kayaks and Tubes provided! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Joe's Cabin on the Toe River - Waterfront Cabin. Kayaks and Tubes provided!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Joe's Cabin on the Toe River - Waterfront Cabin. Kayaks and Tubes provided!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Joe's Cabin on the Toe River - Waterfront Cabin. Kayaks and Tubes provided!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Joe's Cabin on the Toe River - Waterfront Cabin. Kayaks and Tubes provided! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Young's Mountain Music, Pisgah National Forest and Summit Trail. Parkway Playhouse and Energy Xchange are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 158 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin

Great time with family and dogs! River access and tubes and kayaks were great no need to leave the property for adventures plenty to do.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cabin on the river

This is a beautiful place right on the river. It's very well appointed and quite comfortable. We've enjoyed this place before and will definitely return. Joe is a wonderful host!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ultimate getaway

Awesome location, beautiful home and terrific host. This place is the total package and then some with an owner that rolls out the red carpet for those who enjoy the outdoors or just peace and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2023
Thank you for that great review! We are so glad you enjoyed your time there. We invite you to come back again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

excellent little cabin away from the rush

Wife and I, and our two dogs, had a wonderful time getting away from it all. Very private with little river behind cabin. Cabin had all we needed. Love to come back again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay

This is the first rental we’ve ever come back to a second time. We had another great week at the cabin and got to spend a lot more time in the water this time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River Retreat

Beautiful Property! Secluded and quiet, except for the welcome sounds of the river. Deer sightings every day were a nice surprise as well. Very relaxing and comfortable cabin, We would visit this property again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec, 2023
Thank you for your great review. We are very pleased that you enjoyed your time at the cabin. We hope to see you again next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wow, the cabin and property far exceeded all our expectations! Warm, cozy cabin with all the amenities made it feel so homey. Gorgeous river and rapids to look at on the deck having coffee in the morning. We needed to unwind and relax and this completely fit the bill. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great secluded cabin on the water.

Very welcoming nicely furnished,clean home away from home. Everything we needed was provided outside of our own food and drink. The beautiful Christmas decorations were a nice touch. Thanks for having a pretty snowfall on one of our days and we appreciated the firewood.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great river view

Loved the remoteness and the river. Tubing was a big added benefit! I wish the outdoor furniture would be updated a bit but otherwise all was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and secluded

This pet friendly cabin is located in a very secluded area just outside Burnsville N.C. It is right on the South Toe River and very peaceful and relaxing. We visited five Tennessee State Parks in east Tennessee and two North Carolina State Parks and went to Grandfather Mountain and hiked five miles on the Appalachian Trail from Carvers Gap. It was nice to come back to a quiet cabin to rest up for our next adventure! The cabin had everything we needed. We picked up the groceries at Ingles Market in Burnsville before going to the cabin. The driveway is a little steep, but we made it just fine in our car. Great place to spend our 2021 Fall Break! Thank you Joe for letting us stay in your cabin. We will recommend it to others coming to the area! D'Wayne and Melissa Tennessee
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cabin and Location - Needs Some Attention

We stayed here 5 years ago and it was awesome. The location and the cabin are beautiful. We love the huge fireplace! However, some things were not as good this trip. There was no knob on the bedroom heater and the living room heater knob spins all the way around so you have no idea of the setting. All the windows could use a good cleaning to enjoy the wonderful view of the river. Curtains were dusty and we wiped out the fridge and stove top when we arrived. Water pressure in shower is very low and bathroom sink takes a while to drain. This is a beautiful place to stay, I just think it is not being kept up like it used to be.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec, 2023
Thank you for your review. We regret that you were not completely satisfied with your stay. I will definitely look into those issues. It has been, and always will be, our top priority to make our guests as comfortable as possible. We hope you have a wonderful New Year and will be returning again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location is fantastic!

Overall the place was great. We loved the porch and sitting back and listening to the creek all day. Its not too far from Burnsville where theres a great brewery and a grocery store. I wish that the listing had been more clear about the home not having air conditioning. Once we got there and realized it didn't, I went back and realized it wasn't listed as an "amenity" but this is NC in the summer - where I assume all places have AC. I feel that the listing should be more clear that the home does not have AC. Overall it was clean, but it does need more of a focused clean. There were a lot of spiderwebs in the ceiling and there was trash and cigarette butts left around the fire pit. I realize this is probably from the last renter but seeing it didn't leave a great first impression. The check-in instructions in VRBO said there was a key under a statue on the porch, but the emailed instructions were different (theres a new electronic lock). But we couldn't figure out how to lock the electronic lock when we left. Also, the book provided by the owner said the key to the tubes/kayaks was in a basket on the kitchen counter, which was not accurate. He responded quickly to my message letting me know where it was, but it was frustrating that the information provided wasn't accurate. Also, be aware that the internet is very slow. Two cell phones using it at once made it almost unusable. I know this may not be the owner's fault as it is a rural area, but something to know.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin on the river

What a great the cabin with the sound of the river and cool breeze at night. The family enjoyed playing in the water right behind the cabin. The dogs loved it as well. I will be staying here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing time on the river. Great way to get away from the hustle and noise

Very smooth and easy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Riverside Peaceful Gem

We returned to the Burnsville area after a lovely stay over winter break last year. The property is as special as described. With mornings on the deck with coffee listening to the river gurgle or evenings by the fireplace with the provided wood. It was clear extra care was taken to thoroughly clean the cabin with Covid precautions. We also found it well appointed including a couple small holiday touches for our year end stay. One note, the driveway is steep. Certainly navigable but we were glad to have chosen a small SUV instead of the sedan as a rental car. Also there is a similar cabin across the river a bit downstream. There were people there but we never heard them. Otherwise it's a very secluded spot. We are so grateful to Joe and Lila for offering up this special gem for our year's end getaway.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous

This cabin was in the most ideal setting for anybody looking to get away and relax. The rushing river was just what the doctor ordered. Our dogs had a blast. Everything was as advertised and we would definitely book again. Thank you for letting us stay at your property.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cabin!

We just returned from our second visit to the cabin this year. We liked it so much in May that we booked a week in October. It is clean, well-appointed and conveniently located to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Mt. Mitchell and the Pisgah National Forest. Asheville is just 45 minutes away. The sight and sound of the river from the porch makes it ideal for relaxation. We highly recommend this property and will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cozy retreat in the woods

This cabin was amazing and the rental experience was great. We got an email a few days beforehand with clear instructions on how to access the property. The location is gorgeous, nestled in the woods by the river. Very private. There is another cabin across the river downstream a little, but we couldn't really see it from inside our cabin. The driveway was startlingly steep but definitely manageable in our Outlander. The cabin was beautiful and clean. The sound of the river was so relaxing. Our favorite feature was the fireplace, which we used every evening. Very lovely cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfectly secluded and private

This is exactly the vacation we wanted. The driveway was a little scary think going over the top of a roller coaster hill; I'd highly recommend a suv or AWD/4WD vehicle. There is no AC. We stayed mid-Sept and were comfortable; we opened all the windows. We spent so much time at the river; there;s a beach like area and a rock island to the left side of the property. Our dogs had a ball playing in the river and exploring the property. There is a cabin across the river but that is the only house nearby. One of our guys even learned to open the screen door to go out and let himself back in. We only left the property to go to the grocery store and pick up takeout from Pig and Grits (highly recommend). We will be back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

very backwoods feel in a great cabin that's hidden from the hustle and bustle we wanted to get away

great location right on the south Toe River, wake up to the river rushing below. fairly close to everything but you would not to be running out all the time. The driveway is something. Steep and winding and gravel a pickup or all wheel drive handles it well however.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The cabin down the by the river...

Such a mesmerizing remote area and view with the river just feet from you....listening to that with the sounds of nature was one of the best parts of the stay...
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing & Recharging on South Toe River

The cabin and grounds exceeded our expectations. We loved our view of the river from both the deck and the bank. The sound was so relaxing! We loved the cabin’s seclusion as well as its proximity to downtown Burnsville. We enjoyed Homeplace, Snapdragon, Appalachian Java, and Pig & Grits which are all dog friendly. Definitely check out the Saturday Farmer’s Market if you can! The Blue Ridge Parkway was easily accessible and visited Linville Falls and Mount Mitchell State Park. Highly recommend! We are so thankful that we could include our rescue beagle Bella on our vacation . Thank you for the opportunity to relax, read, recharge, and reflect.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

We have returned to this property many times over seven years and we have already booked three weeks for next year. This “feet up” location is always cool and shady. The owners are very responsive to needs that may arise such as the tv and internet. We can’t wait to return to the cabin and to enjoy the newly energized town of Burnsville as well.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Gorgeous Riverfront Getaway

A peaceful, much needed getaway for 9 nights. The sound and sight of the river were mesmerizing. We enjoyed having fires both inside and outside, depending on the weather and temperature. There was plenty of firewood available, which by experience we know that many cabin owners do not supply in the summer. The first 2 days it was very rainy but we enjoyed sitting on the covered deck enjoying the rain and river. Once the rain cleared out, we hit the river- tubing, kayaking, rock hunting and sitting on rocks soaking in the sun. My husband did some fishing and only caught 1 baby small mouth bass, but still enjoyed being in the river. Every night we played games and listened to scary podcasts. We loved every minute of our stay and when I had questions Joseph or the co-host got back to me immediately. Be sure to make some hummingbird feed out of sugar and water. You will not be disappointed in how many will come by for a sip- and fight over the feeder. We called it hummingbird wars.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful little cabin on the gorgeous South Toe River!

My husband and I spent 3 nights at this cabin. We most enjoyed sitting on the deck and gazing at/listening to the lovely stretch of river right in front of us. My husband fly fished (no luck, but maybe next time!) and I tried out tubing. The weather was pretty rainy, so we didn't get a chance to kayak or build a fire in the fire pit. Hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Joseph Ferikes

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Why they chose this property

This is my favorite county in all of North Carolina. I live 45 minutes away in Asheville and come to the cabin whenever I want to get away from it all.

What makes this property unique

Fishing, swimming, kayaking and tubing

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